---
typeId: term
recordId: desktop-host
fields:
  title: Desktop Host
  definition: A Host Implementation running on Ubuntu, macOS, Windows, or a
    desktop browser.
  order: 190
  usage:
    - Desktop Hosts may expose more capabilities than mobile browsers, but extra
      power must remain explicit and policy-gated.
  sourceDocument: /home/johnb/Downloads/benac_terms_and_definitions_v0_1.md
  sourceVersion: 0.1 Terminology Draft
  sourceDate: 2026-05-02
  sourceSections:
    - 4. Host and platform terminology
---
